2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2361 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
